Three Temple
Loop
Step back into the Gampola Era. Explore Gadaladeniya, Lankathilaka, and Embekke temples on a scenic cultural trek through rice paddies and villages.
Templar Loop
Gampola Era Architecture • Village Walk • Art & Craft
Gadaladeniya Viharaya
09:00 AMPickup from Kandy. Explore the ancient stone temple on the rock outcrop, built in the Dravidian architectural style with panoramic views.
Lankathilaka Viharaya
10:30 AMDrive through Pilimathalawa villages. Admire the colossal seated Buddha image and intricate paintings of the "most magnificent" temple.
Temple-to-Temple Trail
11:15 AMA 1.5 km scenic walk through Hiripitiya village and lush rice paddies connecting Lankathilaka to Embekke.
Embekke Devalaya
12:30 PMExplore the Drummers' Hall, famous for its masterpiece wood carvings of dancers, wrestlers, and mythical beasts.
Return to Kandy
01:30 PMDrop-off at your hotel.
Included in Price
- Private transportation (A/C Car or Van)
- English speaking chauffeur guide
- All temple entrance tickets
- Parking & Highway tolls
- Mineral water bottles
- Traditional lunch (Optional add-on)
Essentials
- Modest clothing (Cover shoulders/knees)
- Easy to remove footwear (Sandals/Flip-flops)
- Sun hat and sunglasses
- Camera / Phone
- White clothes recommended (Cultural respect)
Three Temple Loop FAQ
Which temples does the Three Temple Loop visit?
Gadaladeniya Viharaya, a stone temple on a rock outcrop; Lankathilaka Viharaya, with its colossal seated Buddha and paintings; and Embekke Devalaya, famous for the wood carvings in its Drummers' Hall. All three date from the Gampola Era.
How long is the tour and how much walking is there?
The tour takes 5–6 hours. The walking section is an easy 1.5 km through Hiripitiya village and rice paddies between Lankathilaka and Embekke. The other stops are reached by car.
What should I wear to the temples?
Modest clothing that covers your shoulders and knees. White clothing is recommended but not mandatory. Wear footwear that is easy to remove, such as sandals, and bring a sun hat and sunglasses.
Is the Three Temple Loop suitable for families and seniors?
Yes. It is graded easy and is a good fit for families, seniors, history and architecture lovers, and photographers.
What is included in the Three Temple Loop?
Private transport in an air-conditioned car or van, an English-speaking chauffeur guide, all temple entrance tickets, parking and highway tolls, and mineral water. A traditional lunch is available as an optional add-on.
Do you pick up from my hotel?
Yes. We pick you up in Kandy and drop you back at your hotel at the end of the tour.